
Edward Ryan Bradley, Aviation Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Aviation, Car Accidents, and Construction · 4.6/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
AttorneyatBradley Law Personal Injury Lawyers
St Louis, MO
Practicing aviation in St Louis since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 8 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Edward Ryan Bradley is an attorney based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Aviation, Car Accidents, and Construction. Edward has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bradley Law Personal Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MO
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Aviation · Car Accidents · Construction
- Handles Aviation, Car Accidents, and Construction matters from St. Louis, MO.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Edward Ryan Bradley: Edward Ryan Bradley is an attorney based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Aviation, Car Accidents, and Construction. Edward has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bradley Law Personal Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Edward takes on
Edward concentrates on aviation, car accidents, construction, education, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edward handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Aviation
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Car Accidents
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Construction
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Maritime
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Medical Malpractice
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Motorcycle
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Pedestrian
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Truck Accidents
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Workers Comp
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Wrongful Death
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Aviation cases in St Louis, Missouri
Edward takes aviation matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.
Car Accidents cases in St Louis, Missouri
Edward takes car accidents matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in St Louis, Missouri
Edward takes construction matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.
Education cases in St Louis, Missouri
Edward takes education matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.
General cases in St Louis, Missouri
Edward takes general matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Edward Ryan Bradley — aviation lawyer in St Louis
Edward Ryan Bradley is an attorney based in St. Louis, MO. The practice focuses on Aviation, Car Accidents, and Construction. Edward has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bradley Law Personal Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
If you are looking for “one of the best injury lawyers near me,” St. Louis personal injury attorney E. Ryan Bradley should be on your list. With over 20 years of legal experience, Ryan has established himself as one of the best personal injury attorneys in Missouri. During his distinguished career, he has handled hundreds of personal injury cases throughout Missouri and has set record settlements and verdicts along the way.
What makes Ryan one of the best injury lawyers in Missouri?
• In 2010, Ryan obtained the best car accident verdict in Missouri (#1 in the entire state)
• In 2011, Ryan obtained the #6 verdict in any case category in Missouri
• In 2012, Ryan was listed in the Missouri Lawyers Weekly as having the most reported winning cases
• In 2014, Ryan obtained the #1 car accident settlement in Missouri
• In 2016, Ryan settled the largest motorcycle accident case that year while trying the case to a jury in the City of St. Louis
• AV Rating (top) from Martindale-Hubbell before the age of 40
• Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, as listed by the National Trial Lawyers association before the age of 40
• A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau
• Multi-Million Dollar Advocates member before the age of 30
• Numerous successful appeals on important issues affecting the outcome of personal injury cases
• Admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2003
• Admitted to the Missouri Bar in 2002
• United States District Court, 7th Circuit (Illinois)
• United States District Court, 8th Circuits (Missouri)
• United States District Court, 10th Circuit (Colorado)
• Hall of Fame member of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA)
• American Association for Justice member
• Corporate member of the Brain Injury Association of Missouri
• Member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
• Proud husband of the most amazing wife in the world. I could not do this without you!
• Proud father of the two amazing boys, Gavin and Vince, who never cease to amaze me every day.
Top-tier law school education
Prior to law school, Ryan attended the University of Missouri where he obtained a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry.
Ryan then attended Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, where he received an invitation to serve on the editorial staff of the school’s Law Review (less than 20% of all law students are selected for this honor).
Nonprofit work
• Former Board member of The Family Support Network, a non-profit organization in St. Louis dedicated to preventing child abuse (subsequently merged with Epworth)
• Membership in the local Ronald McDonald charity, an organization that provides temporary housing for families of injured children who receive treatment at St. Louis hospitals
• Member of the Brain Injury Association of Missouri
• Volunteered at Columbia Regional Hospital, where he helped injured people and their families with hospital-related services
• Participating in fundraising efforts and volunteering for:
- Habitat for Humanity
- American Red Cross
- Special Olympics
• Providing free legal aid for Joplin, Missouri tornado victims
• Read more about our charity work
A former insurance defense attorney
While attending Washington University School of Law, Ryan interned for the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s office, as well as distinguished private law firms in St. Louis. When Ryan obtained his law license, he took a position with one of the best St. Louis insurance defense firms in St. Louis, representing people who caused harm to others and insurance companies. For approximately two years, Ryan learned how insurance adjusters evaluate cases and the techniques used by the very best personal injury lawyers in St. Louis to obtain top settlements and verdicts for their clients. Ryan honed his pleading, discovery, deposition and trial skills during this time.
An experienced Missouri personal injury lawyer near you
Ryan’s experience and results speak for themselves. We understand how insurance companies think and operate when threatened with legal action. We know how to beat them. Those early experiences gave Ryan vital insight into the litigation tactics of large insurance companies. That’s when he realized his heart was in representing victims. Today, Ryan utilizes his unique insight of how insurance companies work to routinely obtain top settlements for his injury clients. Ryan wants to fight for victims’ rights — not those who hurt people or seek to abuse them. To Ryan, this isn’t just a job — it’s personal. It’s his true passion.
Edward's approach to aviation cases
If you are looking for “one of the best injury lawyers near me,” St. Louis personal injury attorney E. Ryan Bradley should be on your list. With over 20 years of legal experience, Ryan has established himself as one of the best personal injury attorneys in Missouri. During his distinguished career, he has handled hundreds of personal injury cases throughout Missouri and has set record settlements…
The kind of cases Edward takes
Edward reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation, car accidents, and construction matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Washington University School of Law
J.D. · 2002
University of Missouri
B.S. Biology · 1999
Jurisdictions
Edward's state bar admissions
Illinois
2003 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2002 · ACTIVE
Edward studied at J.D. in Washington University School of Law and B.S. Biology in University of Missouri.
Law school and academic background
Edward completed J.D. in Washington University School of Law and B.S. Biology in University of Missouri. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edward runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Edward has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Edward Ryan Bradley's office in St. Louis
Edward's primary office is at 1430 Washington Avenue, Suite 226, St. Louis, MO, 63103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bradley Law Personal Injury Lawyers
1430 Washington Avenue, Suite 226
St. Louis, MO 63103
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Client reviews of Edward Ryan Bradley — 4.6/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Edward. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing aviation attorneys in St Louis.
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How to hire Edward Ryan Bradley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edward usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edward charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Edward will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a aviation attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Edward
Edward discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Edward confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edward's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edward Ryan Bradley
How much does it cost to hire Edward for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edward walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edward offer a free consultation?
Edward charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Edward's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple aviation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Edward gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edward take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Edward is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Edward will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Edward?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Edward will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edward accepting new aviation clients right now?
Edward's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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